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TurnKey Solutions

Technical Intern

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

Intern in Technical Services (Baton Rouge) Turn Key Solutions, LLC (www.TKS.LA) is a Managed ... of our control. We work with most schools, and are familiar with the typical process and ...

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What is a process control intern?

Process Control Interns are students or early-career professionals who assist in monitoring, evaluating, and optimizing industrial processes within manufacturing or production environments. They work under the guidance of experienced engineers to collect data, troubleshoot control systems, and support process improvement projects. This role provides hands-on experience with automation technologies, control systems (such as PLCs and DCS), and process analysis. Interns often help ensure that production processes are efficient, safe, and meet quality standards while learning valuable industry skills.

What do process control interns do?

As a Process Control Intern, you can expect to participate in a variety of hands-on projects, such as assisting with the development and optimization of automated control systems, analyzing process data to identify areas for improvement, and supporting troubleshooting efforts alongside engineers. Interns often have opportunities to work with distributed control systems (DCS), programmable logic controllers (PLC), and industrial instrumentation. You'll collaborate closely with experienced process engineers, operations staff, and sometimes IT specialists, gaining practical experience in real-world manufacturing or industrial environments. These experiences are designed to help you build technical skills and understand the workflow of process control teams.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a process control intern?

To thrive as a Process Control Intern, you need a foundational understanding of process engineering, automation, and data analysis, typically supported by coursework in chemical, electrical, or mechanical engineering. Familiarity with process control systems (such as DCS or PLCs), simulation software, and statistical analysis tools is highly valuable. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help interns collaborate with teams and accurately interpret process data. These skills and qualities are essential for ensuring safe, efficient, and optimized operations in industrial environments.

What are the most commonly searched types of Process Control jobs in Louisiana?

The most popular types of Process Control jobs in Louisiana are:

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Electrical Engineering Co Op/Intern - All Mills

Valdosta, GA • On-site

pca
Manufacturing • 10K+ employees
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$15.50 - $20.50/hr

Internship

Re-posted 4 days ago

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Job description

Electrical Engineering Co Op/Intern

We are seeking resumes for an electrical engineering co-op. This application may lead to three potential job titles depending on mill needs: an electrical reliability engineering co-op, an electrical project engineering co-op, or a process control engineering co-op. The primary responsibilities of each are detailed below.

Electrical Reliability Engineering Co-Op

  • Support electrical reliability assignments that improve mill safety, equipment performance, operational efficiency, and cost effectiveness.
  • Work with reliability engineers, maintenance, operations, and mill personnel to troubleshoot electrical and equipment reliability issues.
  • Apply predictive and preventive maintenance techniques to improve equipment reliability and support root-cause failure analyses.
  • Assist with special reliability projects and additional assignments that support safe, efficient, and reliable mill operations.
  • Additional duties as requested by management.

Electrical Project Engineering Co-Op

  • Support electrical project engineering assignments involving planning, design, installation, commissioning, and startup of mill electrical equipment.
  • Assist with electrical equipment projects, including motors, MCCs, lighting, valves, switches, sensors, cameras, instrumentation, and related systems.
  • Use AutoCAD, P&ID drawings, process information systems, Trident, Microsoft Office, and other company software to update drawings, create new project documentation, and maintain equipment files.
  • Coordinate with project engineers, operations, contractors, maintenance shops, and other disciplines to support safe project execution, installation, and startup.
  • Support project management activities such as scope development, schedule coordination, cost tracking, contractor oversight, and communication with mill personnel.
  • Additional duties as requested by management.

Process Control Engineering Co-Op

  • Support process control engineers, instrument technicians, and mill operations with troubleshooting, advanced process control, DCS, and control system improvement efforts.
  • Use process information systems, Microsoft Office, Trident, AutoCAD, and other company software to update drawings, equipment files, functional specifications, and control documentation.
  • Assist with system audits, loop checks, I/O checkout, startup support, and correction of control system documentation and wiring records during outages or down days.
  • Collect, enter, and analyze process and control systems data to support troubleshooting, reliability, process optimization, and business decision-making.
  • Additional duties as requested by management.

 

Basic Qualifications:

Required:

A minimum grade point average of 3.0/4.0 is required and must be a permanent U.S. resident with a valid driver’s license. Must be majoring in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology or a related field and have completed freshman year or will have completed freshman year at time of co-op or internship. 

Preferred:

Currently a member of the paper foundation at the following schools: Auburn University, Georgia Tech University, University of Maine, Miami University (Ohio), University of Minnesota – Twin Cities, NC State University, SUNY ESF, University of Washington – Seattle, Western Michigan University, University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point, or currently enrolled at any State University or Technological University in the following states: AL, FL, GA, IL, ID, LA, MI, MN, MS, NC, ND, OH, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI. Students that sign up for interviews during the Career Fairs and On-Campus Interview days at the schools listed will be given first consideration.

Completing this application makes you eligible for consideration at any of PCA’s 10 mill locations as follows:

  • Counce, TN
  • Deridder, LA
  • Filer City, MI
  • International Falls, MN
  • Jackson, AL 
  • Massillon, OH
  • Riverville, VA
  • Tomahawk, WI
  • Valdosta, GA
  • Wallula, WA

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